Vintage 18 Karat Gold, Black Onyx, Jade and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This 1970s interlocking design is complete with two smooth pieces of Blank Onyx and one smooth cut piece of vibrant green Jade. A total of 26 white diamonds highlight the deep colour...
Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Rolling Rings 18k Tri-Color Gold Chain Bracelet w/Certificate
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This authentic Cartier Trinity Rolling Rings Chain Bracelet is exquisitely crafted in luxurious 18k yellow, pink, and white gold and showcases one of Cartier's most iconic and enduri...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 1/6 Cttw Diamond Heart Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Envelop your neckline with a tapestry of devotion and elegance with our exquisite necklace, where artistry and faith intertwine. Fashioned in .925 sterling silver and embraced by a l...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Citrine Amethyst Diamond Heart in 18K White Gold Necklace & Earring Set
Located in Miami, FL
Specifications: Item Type: Lariat Y-Necklace Metal: 18K White Gold Length: 16.5 inches with 2.8-inch drop Heart Size: 16mm Weight: 82.2 grams (necklace only) Clasp: Lobster or Spring...
Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Citrine Amethyst Diamond Heart in 18K White Gold Necklace & Earring Set
Located in Miami, FL
Specifications: Item Type: Lariat Y-Necklace Metal: 18K White Gold Length: 16.5 inches with 2.8-inch drop Heart Size: 16mm Weight: 82.2 grams (necklace only) Clasp: Lobster or Spring...
Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold 0.12ct Natural Diamond Star of David Necklace, Bar Mitzvah Gifts
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
A single round diamond sits nestled at the lower point of the star, held by two small prongs, adding a quiet point of sparkle to an otherwise clean, graphic silhouette. This is the w...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Icoso Diamond and 18K Gold Dangle Earrings
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Inspired by sacred geometry and the Platonic solids, these Verahedra by John Brevard dangle earrings are created in 18K yellow gold with 240 round white diamonds at 1.0 mm each (1.2 ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Gold, Onyx, Diamond and Jade Bracelet
Located in London, GB
The interlocking design of this bracelet is complete with two, large, smooth pieces of Blank Onyx, and one smooth cut piece of forest green Jade. A total of 20 white diamonds highlig...
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari vintage 18k tricolor gold Tubogas watch
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gold winds twice around the wrist in the unmistakable Bvlgari Tubogas coil, a flexible tube of interlocking bands named for its resemblance to gas piping, here alternating yellow, wh...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Icoso Diamond and Black Sapphire Pyramids 18K Gold Dual Pendant
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This Verahedra collection pendant in 18K yellow gold with 360 round White Diamonds at 1.1mm each along with custom cut Black Sapphire pyramids is made as a lariat to be worn in diffe...
Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Trinity Diamond Necklace 18k Gold
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Cartier Trinity diamond necklace, crafted in 18k yellow, white, and rose gold is one of Cartier’s most recognizable motifs.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity 18k Tri-Color Gold Pendant Necklace 17"
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Trinity Style: Pendant Necklace Material: 18k Rose, Yellow, and White Gold Pendant Measurements: Approximately 11.9 mm round × 3.8 mm wide Weight: 8.7 gram...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Double C de Cartier Tri-Color Gold Cuff Bracelet 18K
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
Cartier 18k Yellow, White, and Rose Gold Cuff is a striking embodiment of elegance and design.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique French 18K Gold Stickpin with Ice Skates
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The head of the pin with 2 interlocked white gold antique ice skates mounted on a ring surround.
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Extra-Wide Vintage “Trinity” Bangle by Cartier In Tri-Color Gold, 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, DE
Early on, different meanings were attributed to the three colors of gold—yellow gold as a symbol of fidelity, rose gold for love, and white gold for friendship.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Diamond 18k Tri-Color Gold Pendant Necklace w/Cert 15–15.75"
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This authentic Cartier Trinity Diamond Pendant Necklace is expertly crafted in solid 18k yellow, white, and rose gold and features the Maison's iconic three interlocking rolling rings.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Trinity Diamond 18k Tri-Color Gold Pendant Necklace w/Cert 15–15.75"
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This authentic Cartier Trinity Diamond Pendant Necklace is expertly crafted in solid 18k yellow, white, and rose gold and features the Maison's iconic three interlocking rolling rings.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Cartier Trinity Panther 1 Trinity 18k Tri-Color Gold Dangle Charm Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This authentic Cartier Trinity Panther Brooch is crafted in solid 18k yellow, pink, and white gold and features the Maison's legendary three-dimensional panther motif accented by a g...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Icoso Diamond Gold Stud Earrings
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
John Brevard's Verahedra series stud earrings in 18K yellow gold with 30 pavé round white diamonds at 1.0 mm each (total 0.15 carats).
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Icoso Diamond 18K Gold Stud Earrings
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
John Brevard's Verahedra series stud earrings in 18K yellow gold with 30 pavé round white diamonds at 1.0 mm each (total 0.15 carats).
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Trinity 18K Gold Diamond Lariat Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The necklace ends in three interlocking Trinity rings, with the yellow gold ring set with approximately 39 additional round brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Set of Four Cartier 'Trinity' Sterling Silver Champagne Flutes
By Cartier
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
The Trinity design was first introduced by Louis Cartier in 1924 and was designed as three interlocking bands of white, yellow and rose gold. The design has been used by the jeweller...
Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Cartier Trinity 18K Tricolor Gold Long Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant and chic pair of earrings from Cartier famed Trinity collection features tricolor 18 karat gold in yellow, white, and rose. This particular version of Cartier Trinity earring...
Gold, 18k Gold
Trinity de Cartier Diamond Necklace: A Symbol of Timeless Elegance
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Approx. 12.36 cts Color/Clarity: Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Size: Necklace Length: 35 rows of diamonds Creator: Cartier Metal: 18K Yellow, White, and Rose Gold Weight...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier ‘Trinity de Cartier’ Seven Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Vintage Cartier ‘Trinity de Cartier’ seven bangle bracelet This classic, vintage piece is composed of seven interlocking bangles, three in yellow gold and two pairs in white and ros...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier ‘Trinity de Cartier’ Three Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
This classic, vintage piece is composed of three interlocking bangles, one each in yellow gold, white gold and rose gold.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Persian Qajar Dynasty Glass Hookah Base
Located in San Francisco, CA
The shoulders of the vessel are embellished with an interlocking lattice or cross-hatched pattern filled with white enameled dots, which frames the central oval portraits beautifully.
Glass, Paint
Cartier ‘Trinity de Cartier’ Three Bangle Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Cartier ‘Trinity de Cartier’ Three Bangle Bracelet This classic, vintage piece is composed of three interlocking bangles, one each in yellow gold and two pairs in white and rose gol...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Ole Lynggaard 14k Gold & Blue Tiger's Eye Beaded Collier or Choker Necklace
By Ole Lynggaard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
With deep blue tiger's eye (or hawk's eye) beads. Secured with yellow and white 18k gold hollow gold clasp shaped as interlocking rings that are each flush set with a round brillian...
Tiger's Eye, Gold, 14k Gold
Roberto Coin Appassionata Diamond Basket Weave Collar Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Princeton, NJ
An 18 karat yellow gold and white gold Roberto Coin Appassionata necklace, measuring 16 inches and fit with the signature pave diamond clasp and bezel set ruby on verso.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
A pair of vintage Cartier trinity cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A pair of vintage Cartier trinity gold and crystal cufflinks, each cufflink with two rock crystal cylinders, connected with a gold bar with two finials with three interlocking rings,...
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Plated .925 Sterling Silver 1/6 Cttw Diamond Asymmetric Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Discover the artistry and allure of this exquisite .925 sterling silver pendant necklace, plated in radiant 14K yellow gold. Its unique pendant boasts three interlocking, asymmetric ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Framework Star Diamond Gold Ring
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Verahedra collection statement ring in 18K yellow gold with 1 round white diamond at 3.0 mm (0.13 carats).
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Framework Star Partial Diamond Pave Gold Ring
By John Brevard
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Light and sparkling, this ring is designed to empower the wearer. This is a Verahedra collection 18K yellow gold ring with 131 pavé round white diamonds at 1.0 mm each (0.655 carat...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
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